Jalapa
City in Tabasco, Mexico
Overview
Jalapa, Tabasco, is a small, charming town set amid lush vegetation and rolling hills, reflecting authentic rural life in southern Mexico. Its relaxed pace, friendly locals, and proximity to nature make it perfect for travelers seeking a low-key, cultural escape.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Mexico
State
Tabasco
Population
5,001
Time Zone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
17.72°, -92.81°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$600
Local Cost
$340
Local Income
$280
Cashless
30
English
15
Temperature
23.9°C
Summer Avg
25.8°C
Winter Avg
20.7°C
Record High
41.2°C
Record Low
9.0°C
Humidity
84%
Precipitation
2383 mm
Internet Speed
74 Mbps
Upload
44 Mbps
Latency
35 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
VSA
Distance
30 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 112 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.